Field of Dreams in Alamosa

Alamosa County residents are hoping a new baseball complex will draw thousands of fans, bringing sorely needed economic development to the area.

Co-founder Geoff West plans 38 playing fields for Little League teams, softball teams, and other baseball activities for people who want to sharpen their skills and keep the season going.

West says he hopes to have the first stage of the project running next year.

According to the Alamosa Valley Courier, the baseball complex is modeled after the Cooperstown theme park in New York, which hosts more than 1,300 teams a year, according to its website. West anticipates operating from June until August, inviting up to 1,200 teams.